Lead Teacher Level I & II (Chewelah, WA)

Were pleased to announce an opportunity for the position of Lead Teacher Level I & II (Chewelah WA) within the Early Childhood Education Department.

Location: Chewelah WA
Status: Full-Time

Offered Wage Range: Level I $22.10-$23.90 per/hr. Level II $24.09-$26.05

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Position Summary
Oversees the daily operation of a preschool classroom. Plans coordinates and implements educational plans for preschool children including the integration of trauma invested practices that support social-emotional learning and self-regulation in the classroom. Works with families to facilitate growth in their knowledge of child development parenting techniques and how to meet their childs emotional and educational needs. Provides supervision technical assistance support training mentoring and guidance to other teachers staff and volunteers and provides input into the development of systems and programs.

Benefits Information

Medical and Dental insurance options for employees and families

Vision and Life insurance as well as other auxiliary insurance options

403(b) retirement plan with up to 6% matching contribution

Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options

8 hours paid vacation per month during first year of employment

8 hours paid sick leave per month

Twelve paid holidays per year

Essential Job Functions

Responsible for the supervision of educational preschool classes including planning and conducting classes; meets compliance with all classroom objectives outlined by program standards; oversees the collection and organization of appropriate materials; assures that physical environment meets developmentally appropriate standards for three four and five-year-old children; develops daily lesson plans based on research based curricula which meets developmentally appropriate educational opportunities in all areas.

May supervise manage and monitor work of assigned staff to promote smooth operations in the classroom; guide and train volunteers provide for the ongoing guidance and training of staff including preparing them for future promotion opportunities; responsible for the immediate discipline of subordinate employees with support from their assigned supervisor.

Plans organizes and conducts Parent Teacher Conferences and Home Visits with families following the program guidelines and curriculum; facilitates and assists parents in setting child goals and provides parents with materials that support the development and learning of their child; may provide crisis intervention as necessary with support from program specialists managers and the assigned Family Services Advocate when applicable.

Conducts developmental screening and assessment of children; is responsible for the development and monitoring of individual child plans for each child with technical assistance as needed from their supervisor including IEPs for children qualifying for special services through the public school system; and responsible for tracking analyzing and demonstrating progress on individual child and classroom educational outcomes.

Monitors systems and records required to evaluate and document assigned services; manages files tracking sheets and reports; oversees the preparation of reports and correspondence as required. Will document organize and enter child and program data using a variety of data base systems.

Performs other duties as assigned.

*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education or Experience:

Lead Teacher Level I:

High school diploma or GED.

and

One of the following educational certificates or degrees:

An Associate degree in Early Childhood Education; or

An Associate degree in a related field to Early Childhood Education and coursework

equivalent to a major relating to ECE;

or

A Professional Development Plan to meet one of the above educational requirements completed within the required time frame.

and

At least one year experience working with children in an educational preschool. One year

experience working with adults in an educational or social service capacity. Experience as a supervisor preferred.

Lead Teacher Level II:

A Baccalaureate or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education;

or

A Baccalaureate or advanced degree in a related field to Early Childhood Education and coursework equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education.

and

Two years experience working with children in an educational preschool. Two years experience working with adults in an educational or social service capacity. Experience as a supervisor preferred.

Required Certification and Licenses:

Valid drivers license in state of residence.

Access to reliable transportation.

Auto insurance in the amount required by the State of Washington.

Physical examination within three weeks of employment.

First Aid & Infant/Child CPR card within 30 days of employment.

Food Workers Card or acquire within 30 days of employment.

Completion of a criminal history check

*To support operational needs and compliance requirements this position is expected to be performed within the State of Washington.

Full Wage Range: Additional wage progression may be available over time under the organizations established compensation structure. The full established pay scale for this position is $22.10 $64.21 per hour; however placement above the starting wage range is not available at hire.